REGISTER APRIL 1

Ceramics: Sculpting Story Boats with Deb McCunn August 4 — 10, 2019

Join ceramic artist, Deb McCunn, for a week of story telling through sculpture. The adventure will start by building a boat as a vessel to hold a story. The boat itself will begin the tale as key elements are incorporated in its design. Deb will demonstrate various methods to sculpt animals, people and objects to create the characters of your story. Instructor and peer feedback will help refine your work throughout the week. You will learn to use slabs, coils, pinching, collaging and sculpting to create the forms you need. Surface work will include slips, underglazes and metal wires. Each day will start with 30 to 45 minutes of demonstrations on techniques followed by one-on-one assistance for your individual project and lots of hands on time to develop your voice in clay. Each student will end the week with a story boat 12 to 18 inches long containing their own personal story. Previous clay experience is helpful, but not necessary.

Optional tools you might find helpful, but are not necessary:- Rubber tip sculpting tools- Philippe Faraut 7” eye sculpting tool (available on his web site for $12)- Kemper B3 clean up tool- Old tooth brush- Old cookie cutters in shapes you like or that have personal meaning to you

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REGISTRATION STARTS APRIL 1, 2019

Details on new registration directions coming soon!​

Instructor Profile:Deb McCunnwww.bakercreekceramics.com​​​​Deborah began sculpting in clay as a teenager, drawn to the versatility of the medium as a means for expression. Since 2009, she has owned Baker Creek Ceramics in Bellingham, WA where she teaches and creates her sculptures. She also teaches sculpting and wheel throwing at Whatcom Community College.

"Curiosity gives us vitality, allowing us to stretch and grow. Sculpting in clay is my vehicle for challenging assumptions. The richness and versatility of the medium allow me to carve subtle details throughout my work, layering meaning, stories and thought provoking questions."